Gamla Stan: Stockholm's Royal History & Hidden Gems Tour
Discover the charm of Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s Old Town, on a guided walking tour. Stroll through its narrow, colorful streets, uncover centuries of history and culture, and admire landmarks such as the Royal Palace. Meet your guide at Gustav Adolfs Torg in the heart of the city to begin your journey through Gamla Stan. Walk along iconic sites including the Royal Palace, the statue of St. George and the Dragon, the city’s narrowest street, and the famous main square, Stortorget — the setting of one of Sweden’s darkest historical moments. Along the way, your dynamic guides, each with diverse backgrounds, will share stories that blend the city’s rich past with insights into modern Swedish life. You’ll not only see the highlights but also gain a deeper understanding of Stockholm and its people. With Rainbow Tours — Stockholm’s top-rated walking tour company — you’ll explore the city on foot, get insider tips for the rest of your stay, and experience Stockholm like a local.
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Reviews by Tripadvisor travelers
Shari_B, 10/24/2025 11:09:20 AM
Our 2.5 hour walking tour of Old Town was one of the best tours I have been on, and that's because our tour guide GYA was beyond amazing. The weather was cold and rainy but honestly, none of that really mattered as Gya was so knowledgeable and upbeat and her delivery of information was so easy to enjoy for anyone's interests. I would highly suggest this tour on the first morning of your trip to get a nice background understanding of the city.
adrianagF5933XY, 10/19/2025 5:26:44 PM
Aboslutely loved the tour, the views, everything. The best tour with the best guide: ask for Gaia if you want to have fun apart from learning and enjoying!!!
jeffmech, 10/19/2025 3:21:26 AM
Rose was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Sprinkled in lots of interesting observations about Swedish history and especially Swedish culture that made the tour more personal and interesting. Great job!
georgesX8765PD, 10/18/2025 7:01:24 AM
Viola very good guide, friendly. Knowledgeable and an interactive tour. Great to see the old town. Nice route taken for tour.
christinaw801, 10/16/2025 5:21:19 AM
Sebastian was the best tour guide ever! He was VERY knowledgeable about Swedish history and current affairs and made it fun. He even extended the tour to show us more. He was great and I highly recommend this tour!
Sally_D, 10/12/2025 9:05:34 AM
I tend to do a walking tour when I arrive at a new city. This one was one of the best. I so enjoyed the digestible history of Stockholm delivered by Sophie. The length of the tour and the sites we visited was perfect. Recommend.
E3751KDjuliam, 10/5/2025 3:54:40 PM
Nice 2.5h tour with Viola, she was funny and professional, i really enjoyed doing the tour with her, i really liked the energy of the atmosphere with all the group, i'm sure that if i'm coming back to Stockholm i would repeat again with Rainbow Tours and his charmful staff. Thanksss Viola!!
victormG2143UJ, 10/5/2025 3:42:50 PM
Viola explains everything with great historical detail; she’s friendly and professional. I highly recommend doing the tour with her, especially if you’re visiting Stockholm for the first time. She suggests many interesting places to visit or eat. Many thanks, Viola. I’ll definitely come back!
718rubals, 10/4/2025 8:41:08 AM
The tour was incredibly informative and entertaining. Gaia as our tour guide was quite knowledgeable and personable, letting us in on the history as well as sharing interesting tidbits about the current events and life in Sweden in general which thoroughly enriched the experience. She also took the group through the usual and lesser known spots in Gamla Stan, and was very patient in answering all of the questions. Highly recommended, especially if you have a short stay
Greggibson, 10/1/2025 9:15:19 AM
Great 2.5 hour tour with guide Gaia. Knowledgeable, funny and engaging. Highly recommend this tour company and Gaia. So much so we did another tour with her the next day.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No exclusions available
Departure point
We are on the roundabout, the guide has a rainbow umbrella.No redemption information available
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